Biomedical Engineering at Clemson
Clemson · B.S.
Biomedical Engineering
- Degree
- B.S.
- College / unit
- College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences
- Locations
- Clemson, South Carolina
- Requirements updated
- 2026–27
About this major
Biomedical Engineering applies engineering methods to biology, medicine, and human health. Students combine mathematics, physical science, life science, laboratories, and design projects. Clemson offers bioelectrical and biomaterials concentrations, allowing students to examine medical devices, biological materials, instrumentation, and other health-focused technologies. Design work connects these areas around human needs.
Clemson program overview (opens in a new tab)Decision snapshot
At a Glance: National Evidence
National evidence for related fields and occupations. It describes groups, not what will happen to one student.
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Most common positions
- PhysicianDiagnoses and treats illness. Doctoral degree with residency and licensure. Opens an occupation profile in a new tab.
- Software developerBuilds and improves software systems. Bachelor's typical. Opens an occupation profile in a new tab.
- Industrial engineerImproves how products and workplaces operate. Bachelor's typical. Opens an occupation profile in a new tab.
National pay
$75,000
Median for full-time U.S. graduates ages 22–27 · 2024
New York Fed category: Miscellaneous Engineering
Generalized outcomes
- Unemployment
- 3.7%
- Underemployment
- 26.4%
- With a graduate degree
- 46.3%
Related Clemson majors
Clemson decision guide
Before You Choose
What studying it feels like
You’ll use engineering tools on problems rooted in biology and health. Design projects and lab work ask you to move between technical calculations and the messier reality of living systems.
One thing to know
Some research and medical-science paths commonly involve advanced study. A bachelor’s can still support technical roles, but the target career matters.
Ask yourself
- 1Are you comfortable moving between engineering calculations and biological uncertainty?
- 2Does your target career require graduate or professional school?
Longer-term context
$105,000
National median for U.S. graduates ages 35–45 · 2024
Miscellaneous Engineering. Group evidence, not a prediction for one student.
Pay source (opens in a new tab)Career preparation
Software and industrial engineering commonly begin with a bachelor’s degree. Physicians must complete medical school and residency before licensure.
Clemson guide sources
Sources & How to Read This Guide
- Clemson undergraduate program inventory and degree requirements Opens in a new tab.
- Labor market outcomes by college major Opens in a new tab.
- ACS PUMS field-of-degree and occupation files, 2018–2024 Opens in a new tab.
- CIP-to-occupation crosswalk and occupation profiles Opens in a new tab.
Most common positions use Census weights in pooled 2018–2024 ACS PUMS data, excluding 2020. The sample covers employed degree holders ages 22–35 who weren’t enrolled. This guide uses Biomedical Engineering (FOD 2404; unweighted n=2,284; direct field match). These are national patterns, not Clemson outcomes.
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering (CIP 14.0501) is compared with the New York Fed category Miscellaneous Engineering. National evidence describes groups and is not a prediction for one student. Future of STEM is independent and is not endorsed by Clemson University.